While you may have loved your engagement ring at first, some people find that their ring doesn’t quite fit their preferences or lifestyle once they start wearing it daily. Others choose to redesign their ring to commemorate a milestone anniversary or to repurpose a family heirloom. If you find yourself wishing you had a different engagement ring — don’t panic. You can get your ring tweaked or completely redesigned, whether you find that your ring tends to snag clothing or doesn’t fit quite right.
Can I Make Changes To My Engagement Ring?
Yes! If you’re not happy with your engagement ring or you’re ready for a new style, it is possible to change your ring instead of buying a completely new one. Whether you want to repurpose parts of an existing ring, like the main stone, or you want to start from scratch by creating a new custom engagement ring, here are a few examples of the changes you can make to an engagement ring:
- Add an engraving: Engraving is one of the simpler changes you can make to an existing ring, but it’s a nice touch to commemorate your wedding day or partner.
- Resize the band: Whether your ring size has changed or your engagement ring never fit to begin with, most rings can easily be resized.
- Change the setting: Switch between prongs and bezel or a high- and low-profile setting.
- Change the stone: Change the size, cut, or type of stone with a more in-depth redesign.
- Add accent stones: If you want to elevate the design of your ring, talk to your jeweler about adding accent stones next to the central stone or even a halo around it.
Can a Jeweler Make a New Ring Out of an Old Ring?
Some couples design a custom ring, reusing aspects of a family ring or vintage piece. Just like with a newer engagement ring, an old ring can be resized, engraved, or completely redesigned. Changing an heirloom ring to fit your style is a beautiful hommage to family members and can also help to keep costs down.
To get the process started, take your ring to a jeweler that you trust — preferably one that specializes in custom engagement rings. You can come in with a full-fledged design or a vague concept, and the jeweler can give advice or ideas on the design. Whatever you decide, everyone deserves to have the perfect engagement ring, whether on the wedding day or years later.
If you’re looking to redesign or create a custom ring, that’s our specialty. Give us a call us at 303-385-8449 or schedule a virtual or in-person appointment online to learn more.
